How Do You Spell CUB?

Pronunciation: [kˈʌb] (IPA)

The word "cub" is spelled with three letters: "c", "u", and "b". In the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), "c" is represented with the symbol /k/, which is a voiceless velar plosive. "U" is represented with the symbol /ʌ/, which is a mid-central vowel. Lastly, "b" is represented with the symbol /b/, which is a voiced bilabial plosive. When these sounds are pronounced together, they form the word "cub", which refers to a young bear or lion, or a novice athlete or player.

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CUB Meaning and Definition

  1. A cub is a noun that refers to a young offspring of certain animals, particularly mammals such as bears, lions, and tigers. It denotes the juvenile stage of these animals, typically characterized by their small size, vulnerability, and adorable appearance. Cubs are born within a specific species and are commonly cared for by their mother until they gain independence.

    The term is especially used in reference to bears, as they are one of the most recognizable animals with cubs. Bear cubs, for example, are born blind and helpless, relying on their mother for nourishment and guidance during their early months. As they grow, they develop various skills, such as climbing and hunting, under maternal tutelage.

    Moreover, "cub" can also be used metaphorically to describe a young person who is novice or inexperienced in a particular field or activity. For instance, in the world of sports, a rookie or a newcomer to a team may be referred to as a cub. Similarly, a cub journalist or cub reporter indicates a rookie journalist who is learning the ropes of the profession.

    Overall, whether used to describe a young animal or a novice individual, the term "cub" emphasizes the early stages of development, inexperience, and the potential for growth and learning.

  2. • To shut up or confine.
    • To bring forth young.
    • The young of certain animals, generally of the bear and fox; a boy or girl, in contempt.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of CUB

The word "cub" comes from the Old Norse word "kubbi", which meant "young animal" or "little cube-shaped thing". It is possibly related to the Icelandic word "kubbur", meaning "cub" or "block". The term "cub" was used specifically to refer to young bears in medieval English. Over time, however, its usage extended to various other young animals, including lions, tigers, and wolves. Nowadays, "cub" generally refers to the offspring of several different species of animals.

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Plural form of CUB is CUBS

Conjugate verb Cub

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have cubbed
you would have cubbed
he/she/it would have cubbed
we would have cubbed
they would have cubbed
I would have cub
you would have cub
he/she/it would have cub
we would have cub
they would have cub

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been cubbing
you would have been cubbing
he/she/it would have been cubbing
we would have been cubbing
they would have been cubbing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would cub
you would cub
he/she/it would cub
we would cub
they would cub

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be cubbing
you would be cubbing
he/she/it would be cubbing
we would be cubbing
they would be cubbing

FUTURE

I will cub
you will cub
he/she/it will cub
we will cub
they will cub

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be cubbing
you will be cubbing
he/she/it will be cubbing
we will be cubbing
they will be cubbing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have cubbed
you will have cubbed
he/she/it will have cubbed
we will have cubbed
they will have cubbed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been cubbing
you will have been cubbing
he/she/it will have been cubbing
we will have been cubbing
they will have been cubbing

IMPERATIVE

you cub
we let´s cub

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to cub

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was cubbing
you were cubbing
he/she/it was cubbing
we were cubbing
they were cubbing

PAST PARTICIPLE

cubb^ed
cubbed

PAST PERFECT

I had cubbed
you had cubbed
he/she/it had cubbed
we had cubbed
they had cubbed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been cubbing
you had been cubbing
he/she/it had been cubbing
we had been cubbing
they had been cubbing

PRESENT

I cub
you cub
he/she/it cubs
we cub
they cub

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am cubbing
you are cubbing
he/she/it is cubbing
we are cubbing
they are cubbing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

cubbing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have cubbed
you have cubbed
he/she/it has cubbed
we have cubbed
they have cubbed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been cubbing
you have been cubbing
he/she/it has been cubbing
we have been cubbing
they have been cubbing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it cub

SIMPLE PAST

I cubbed
you cubbed
he/she/it cubbed
we cubbed
they cubbed

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